Walter Newell Hill-Arlington, VA
Posted by: 
Don.Morfe
N 38° 52.536 W 077° 04.224
18S E 320398 N 4305009
Mexican Campaign-Vera Cruz Medal of Honor Recipient for action in the battle of Vera Cruz on April 21-22, 1914. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Section 6, Site 9646-BC.
Waymark Code: WMXXV8
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/14/2018
Views: 2
He was born on September 29, 1881 in Haverhill, MA and died on June 29, 1955 in Manhattan, NY. He attained the rank of Brigadier General in the U.S. Marine Corps. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: HILL, WALTER NEWELL
• Rank and organization: Captain, U.S. Marine Corps
• Appointed from: Massachusetts
• G.O. No.: 177, 4 December 1915
Citation: For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Capt. Hill was in both days' fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.
Armed Service: Marines
|
Visit Instructions:
To properly log your find, post a photograph of the medal recipient's grave marker. Do not place anything on the grave when taking the photo. If you have more information about the recipient please include it in your log.